Laclede County Court Records

Laclede County court records provide detailed information about a court case filed with or handled by the county court system from its inception to disposition and everything in between. This includes legal documents filed by litigants, like motions and pleadings, as well as evidence they admitted and court-issued judgment and orders.

Generally, Laclede court records contain pertinent information on cases that the general public and attorneys can use in various capacities. For instance, members of the general public can review court records to learn more about a case and how the juridary handled it, in turn fostering accountability and public trust in the system. On the other hand, court records can also be used for legal research and to establish precedence by attorneys.

Are Court Records Public in Laclede County?

Yes. Most court records are public in Laclede County under the provisions of Missouri Sunshine Law. According to the law, records of public government bodies, including courts, are open to the public unless otherwise provided by law. Missouri Court Operating Rule 2 (COR 2) and similar rules and laws restrict or limit public access to certain court records to protect an ongoing case or conceal sensitive information. The following court records are exempt from being disclosed to the public:

• Juvenile court records
• Expunged or sealed records
• Witness or informant’s personal information
• Personally identifiable information on victims of domestic abuse
• Sensitive personal details, like driver's license number, social security number, and state identification number.

Laclede County Court Records Search

Researchers can perform Laclede County Court record searches through any of the following channels:

• The Missouri Courts Case Search portal
• Local courthouses
• Third-party online repositories of court records

Laclede County Courts

Laclede County has two types of courts; the Laclede County Circuit Court and two (2) municipal courts. The addresses and contact information of these courts are as follows:

Laclede County Circuit Court
Laclede County Government Center
200 North Adams,
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 532-2471
Fax: (417) 532-3683

Conway Municipal Division
Laclede County Government Center
200 North Adams,
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 532-2471
Fax: (417) 532-3683

Lebanon Municipal Court
City Hall
401 South Jefferson Avenue,
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 533-5400
Fax: (417) 532-8388

Laclede County Criminal and Civil Records

Laclede County Circuit Court is the primary trial court that has general jurisdiction over civil and criminal matters in Laclede County. Thus, record seekers can search for and get records of Laclede County criminal and civil cases through the County Circuit clerk’s office. Record seekers must provide certain information about a case to facilitate a case records search, such as the case number, litigant names, or filing date. Interested persons conduct a civil or criminal case search by contacting or visiting the Laclede County Circuit Court Clerk’s office at:

Laclede County Government Center
200 North Adams,
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 532-2471
Fax: (417) 532-3683

Individuals can also search for Laclede County criminal and civil case records online through the Missouri Courts Case Search portal. On the portal, users can search for cases by litigant's name, filing date, case number, or other provided search criteria.

Local law enforcement agencies' records, such as Laclede County arrest records, are also considered a type of Laclede County Criminal Records. These records are subject to Missouri’s Sunshine records. As a result, they are accessible to the general public. Thus, interested persons can contact a local law enforcement agency, like the Laclede County Sheriff’s Office or a municipal police department, to request Laclede criminal records the agency maintains.

Laclede County Marriage Records

In Laclede County, the Recorder of Deeds Office is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining Laclede County marriage records at the local level. Hence, record seekers can obtain Laclede County marriage certificates through the County Recorder of Deeds office. To request these records, interested persons can contact or visit the Recorder’s office at:

200 North Adams
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 532-4011

Laclede County Divorce Records

The Laclede County Circuit Court handles divorce proceedings in the county. Hence, the Circuit Court Clerk’s office preserves divorce records like other Circuit Court records. Record seekers can obtain divorce records through the Laclede County Circuit Clerk’s office by contacting or visiting the Clerk’s office at;

Laclede County Government Center
200 North Adams,
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 532-2471
Fax: (417) 532-3683

Laclede County Birth Records

Birth records are a subset of Laclede County vital records, which generally provide information about important events like births and deaths within the county. Laclede County birth records from 1920 to the present are available at the local level through the Laclede County Health Department. The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) Bureau of Vital Records also maintains Laclede County birth records from 1910 to the present at the state level. Note that both agencies charge requesters $15.00 per copy for a birth certificate request.

Under RsMo Section 193.255, the custodians of vital records can only issue certified copies of vital records to individuals with a direct and tangible interest in the records. Therefore, when ordering a Laclede County birth certificate, requesters may be required to provide proof of their relationship to the registrant.

Record seekers can order a birth certificate from the Laclede County Health Department using the agency’s birth or death application form. The application should be appropriately completed and personally delivered to the Laclede County Health Department. Alternatively, individuals who wish to submit requests by mail can complete the Application for a Vital Recordand have it notarized. Next, submit the notarized application along with a self-addressed stamped return envelope, necessary fees, and tangible interest documentation (if applicable) to;

Laclede County Health Department
405 Harwood Ave
Lebanon, MO 65536

Or

DHSS - Bureau of Vital Records
930 Wildwood Dr
Jefferson City, MO 65109

Laclede County Death Records

The procedures for requesting or accessing death records in Laclede County are similar to other vital records, like birth records. The Laclede County Health Department maintains county death records locally from 1980 to the present. Meanwhile, the death records from 1910 to the present are available through the DHSS Bureau of Vital Records. Nonetheless, both agencies’ fees for a death certificate are $14.00 for the first copy and $11 for each additional copy at the time of ordering.

Death certificates are also subject to the provisions of the RsMo Section 193.255. As a result, certified copies of a death certificate are only available to individuals with a direct and tangible interest in the records. In other words, requesters may need to provide proof of their relationship to the decedent when ordering a certified death certificate.

To order a death certificate from the Laclede County Health Department, record seekers can use the agency’s birth or death application form. Requesters can complete the application and submit it to the Laclede County Health Department in person. Alternatively, requesters can complete and notarize theApplication for a Vital Record for mail-in requests. The application should be mailed with other required items (i.e., a self-addressed stamped return envelope, necessary fees, and tangible interest documentation) to the Laclede County Health Department or the DHSS Bureau of Vital Records.

Laclede County Probate Court Records

In Laclede County, probate cases fall under the jurisdiction of the County Circuit Court. Probate cases generally involve the appointment of guardianship for incapacitated persons and the administration of a decedent's estate, wills, or trusts.

Record seekers can access or obtain Laclede County Probate Court Records by contacting or visiting the County Circuit Clerk’s Office. Record seekers can also search for probate case records online though through the Missouri Courts Case Search portal.

Laclede County Property Records

Lacelede County property records provide pertinent information about real estate situated in the county. These include a property’s ownership information, general description, and encumbrances that may be attached to the property.

The Lacelede County Recorder of Deeds office maintains different property records in the county, including but not limited to deeds, plats, and surveys. Most of these records are subject to and are considered part of Laclede County public records. As a result, they are accessible to the general public upon request. Interested persons can access property records through third-party resources on the Lacelede County Recorder of Deed’s Website. Alternatively, record seekers can query to county recorder’s office directly to request property records at:

200 North Adams
Lebanon, MO 65536
Phone: (417) 532-4011

Laclede County Court Records Online

Interested persons can access Laclede County court records online through third-party online resources like Missouricourtrecords.us. They provide convenient online access to court records through their friendly user interface, allowing users to save time and effort. Additionally, the only criteria needed to conduct a search on these websites is a case number or litigant name, making the search process easier. However, a noteworthy downside to using these third-party resources is that they are usually not affiliated with government agencies. As a result, the records they provide may be incomplete or contain outdated information.